Ok please forgive me if this is long but it took A LONG time to get here 
. So ever since I was 11 years old my hands, pits and feet would sweat more then most everyone. Mom told me I would grow out of it. LOL I am now 38. I was diagnosed at age 18 with Hyperhidrosis and it had gotten worse over the years. You could literally see the sweat on my hands. I have tried everything with no luck. Ever since I was in my early 20's I have been battling thyroid problems that never got resolved. Well about a month ago I went to an alternative Dr. who told me you have to heal your adrenal glands before you can heal your thyroid (stay with me.... It has a lot to do with hyperhidrosis).
“The human endocrine system consists of a network of glands responsible for the production of hormones. Hormones, defined as chemicals produced in one part of the body that act on other parts of the body, regulate nearly all bodily functions. The adrenal glands, located on top of each kidney, produce hormones that help control metabolism, chemicals in the blood, sexual organs and stress responses. Adrenal gland disorders can increase the level of hormones produced, resulting in symptoms including excessive sweating.
Each adrenal gland consists of two distinct sections, each producing a specific set of hormones.
The outer portion of the adrenal glands, known as the adrenal cortex, produces corticosteroids including cortisol that functions in the use and storage of energy, aldosterone that stimulates the reabsorption of salts and water, and sexual hormones including estrogen, progesterone and testosterone.
The inner portion of the adrenal glands, known as the adrenal medulla, produces hormones classified as catecholamines including epinephrine, also called adrenalin, and norepinephrine, also called noradrenalin. Epinephrine and norepinephrine act on the sympathetic nervous system. Adrenal gland disorders can cause the adrenal medulla to produce increased levels of these hormones, leading to excessive sweating.
Aldosterone is the principal of a group of mineralocorticoids. It helps regulate levels of sodium and potassium in your body–i.e. it helps you retain needed salt, which in turn helps control your blood pressure, the distribution of fluids in the body, and the balance of electrolytes in your blood. Aldosterone also helps remove excess potassium, keeping those levels balanced.
When your Aldosterne is low, which can be common in some patients with cortisol deficiency, your kidneys will excrete too much salt, and it leads to low blood pressure; low blood volume; a high pulse and/or palpitations, ; fatigue; and a craving for salt. Symptoms of low aldosterone can also include frequent urination, sweating, a slightly higher body temperature, and a feeling of thirst, besides the craving of salt. Potassium can at first rise too high, then fall, as well.
Adding salt, but specifically grey celtic sea salt, can be beneficial to treat the symptoms of low aldosterone. Sea salt contains important trace minerals, whereas they are mostly removed from table salt. Recommended amounts daily are 1/4 to 1/2 tsp in water twice a day…and some go a little higher, if needed. But….you have to be careful, as too much sodium supplementation can drive aldosterone down even lower, and can increase your thirst all over again. A more important supplement can be potassium, which supports aldosterone levels, especially if potassium levels are low. I also take an Adrenal supplment. It's best to take sea salt upon rising and at least a half-hour before you have the lowest energy of the day. Take 1/8 to 1/2 teaspoonful of sea salt with a glass of water. We are always dehydrated becase we sweat so much. Dehydration also causes low aldosterone..
After just 2 days of me taking salt and an adrenal supplement I noticed my hands were dry. I hope this helps any and everyone who tries it.
. So ever since I was 11 years old my hands, pits and feet would sweat more then most everyone. Mom told me I would grow out of it. LOL I am now 38. I was diagnosed at age 18 with Hyperhidrosis and it had gotten worse over the years. You could literally see the sweat on my hands. I have tried everything with no luck. Ever since I was in my early 20's I have been battling thyroid problems that never got resolved. Well about a month ago I went to an alternative Dr. who told me you have to heal your adrenal glands before you can heal your thyroid (stay with me.... It has a lot to do with hyperhidrosis). “The human endocrine system consists of a network of glands responsible for the production of hormones. Hormones, defined as chemicals produced in one part of the body that act on other parts of the body, regulate nearly all bodily functions. The adrenal glands, located on top of each kidney, produce hormones that help control metabolism, chemicals in the blood, sexual organs and stress responses. Adrenal gland disorders can increase the level of hormones produced, resulting in symptoms including excessive sweating.
Each adrenal gland consists of two distinct sections, each producing a specific set of hormones.
The outer portion of the adrenal glands, known as the adrenal cortex, produces corticosteroids including cortisol that functions in the use and storage of energy, aldosterone that stimulates the reabsorption of salts and water, and sexual hormones including estrogen, progesterone and testosterone.
The inner portion of the adrenal glands, known as the adrenal medulla, produces hormones classified as catecholamines including epinephrine, also called adrenalin, and norepinephrine, also called noradrenalin. Epinephrine and norepinephrine act on the sympathetic nervous system. Adrenal gland disorders can cause the adrenal medulla to produce increased levels of these hormones, leading to excessive sweating.
Aldosterone is the principal of a group of mineralocorticoids. It helps regulate levels of sodium and potassium in your body–i.e. it helps you retain needed salt, which in turn helps control your blood pressure, the distribution of fluids in the body, and the balance of electrolytes in your blood. Aldosterone also helps remove excess potassium, keeping those levels balanced.
When your Aldosterne is low, which can be common in some patients with cortisol deficiency, your kidneys will excrete too much salt, and it leads to low blood pressure; low blood volume; a high pulse and/or palpitations, ; fatigue; and a craving for salt. Symptoms of low aldosterone can also include frequent urination, sweating, a slightly higher body temperature, and a feeling of thirst, besides the craving of salt. Potassium can at first rise too high, then fall, as well.
Adding salt, but specifically grey celtic sea salt, can be beneficial to treat the symptoms of low aldosterone. Sea salt contains important trace minerals, whereas they are mostly removed from table salt. Recommended amounts daily are 1/4 to 1/2 tsp in water twice a day…and some go a little higher, if needed. But….you have to be careful, as too much sodium supplementation can drive aldosterone down even lower, and can increase your thirst all over again. A more important supplement can be potassium, which supports aldosterone levels, especially if potassium levels are low. I also take an Adrenal supplment. It's best to take sea salt upon rising and at least a half-hour before you have the lowest energy of the day. Take 1/8 to 1/2 teaspoonful of sea salt with a glass of water. We are always dehydrated becase we sweat so much. Dehydration also causes low aldosterone..
After just 2 days of me taking salt and an adrenal supplement I noticed my hands were dry. I hope this helps any and everyone who tries it.
